Lalitpur, Dec. 24 -- Christianity followers of Nepal on Wednesday evening gathered at the "Assumption Church" in Lalitpur, joining the mass prayer and singing carols, marking Christmas Eve - the evening before the birth of Jesus Christ.

The annual celebration of Christmas Eve is held on December 24, commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, who was born on December 25, observed as Christmas Day.

Churches across Nepal have been decorated with lights and decorations to mark the evening with gaiety and fanfare praising Christ. The "Assumption Church" in Lalitpur city also was decorated with lighting and a Christmas tree was set on the courtyard which had become the center of attraction for the visitors.

"Today is Christmas Eve. Normally on...